Maybe you've always wanted to try stand-up comedy or storytelling. Maybe your friends say, "You should be a comedian!" But how do you come up with a comedy routine or funny story? How do you get up on a stage all alone and make people laugh? Seems pretty scary...don't worry, you're in good hands. Hundreds of people, of all ages and backgrounds, have come to Stand-Up Studios and learned how to be a real comedian. Professional comedians come to our stand-up classes to take their act to the next level. You can do it too and you will never have more fun in your life!Read our reviews

At Stand-Up Studios Comedy classes in DC MD VA each student gets plenty of feedback, one-on-one coaching and mentoring from a seasoned Los Angeles comedy writer, teacher and comedian who has trained hundreds of people n the art of comedy writing & stand-up performance.

Sheila is a dynamo. She is a triple threat. An incredible writer, performer and teacher. She is a legend in the business whose far reaching talents have inspired many. I am proud to be one of those lucky folks that she has ​influenced. And to my delight, she makes me ​laugh and snort out loud. ​​Eddie Brill - Letterman Show producer/booker/warm-up comic - Creative Director of The Great American Comedy Festival

​​I've worked with Sheila on several projects and have always looked forward to an exciting collaboration. She has the ability to instantly brainstorm a wealth of novel concepts and ideas. Her process always delivers thoughts that I could never have imagined on my own. These are all delivered from Sheila's own unique perspective. It also helps that her comedy makes me laugh until I cry.John Frink - Executive Producer, The Simpsons, 20th Century Fox

Sheila knows comedy writing. I worked with Sheila early on, and it was immediately clear that she has an amazing talent for finding the comedy in just about anything. She has a unique ability to blend wit, sarcasm, satire and quirky characters to draw the absurdity out of everyday life. She has an amazing gift. I would definitely recommend her to anyone wanting to learn the craft of comedy.Don Friesen - Showtime Special "Ask Your Mom."

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